Molecular Breeding

Article	Citations
Genomic insights into genome-wide heterozygosity and its impact on walnut adaptive evolution and improvement	61
Enhancement of root sulfur metabolic pathway by overexpression of OAS-TL3 to increase total soybean seed protein content	40
Genome wide association study and transcriptome analysis identify candidate genes regulating wheat coleoptile length	33
Characterization of qPL5: a novel quantitative trait locus (QTL) that controls panicle length in rice (Oryza sativa L.)	26
Regional association and transcriptome analysis revealed candidate genes controlling plant height in Brassica napus	26
Creation and gene expression analysis of a giant embryo rice mutant with high GABA content	25
Male sterility and hybrid breeding in soybean	25
Bread wheat with enhanced grain carotenoid content: a novel option for wheat biofortification	24
The role of Exo70s in plant defense against pathogens and insect pests and their application for crop breeding	23
Genetic mapping and functional genomics of soybean seed protein	22
Molecular mapping of two novel cold resistance genes in common wheat by 660K SNP array	21
Integrating molecular markers and phenotypic analysis to assess cold tolerance in rice germplasm	20
Genome-wide association study reveals candidate genes controlling root system architecture under low phosphorus supply at seedling stage in Brassica napus	19
Identification of two plastid transit peptides for construction of pollen-inactivation system in rice	18
Engineering the key domains of starch synthases and branching enzyme to balance the amylose increase and yield loss in maize kernels	18
Enhancing the blast resistance of an elite thermo-sensitive genic male sterile line (TGMS) Longke638S and its derived hybrid varieties by incorporating Pigm gene	18
Identification and QTL analysis of stripe rust resistance in the common wheat cultivar Gaoyuan813	17
Effects of the different waxy proteins on starch biosynthesis, starch physicochemical properties and Chinese noodle quality in wheat	17
Identification of an ovuleless mutant and fine mapping of its causal Ol locus in cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.)	17
Using genomic selection to correct pedigree errors in kiwiberry breeding	16
Identification of qGL4.1 and qGL4.2, two closely linked QTL controlling grain length in rice	16
Two QTL regions for spike length showing pleiotropic effects on Fusarium head blight resistance and thousand-grain weight in bread wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)	16
Navigating the genetic basis of cadmium accumulation: a comprehensive analysis of low-cadmium accumulation rice	15
Genetic dissection of plant height in spring wheat from Pakistan using genome-wide SNPs and allele-specific Rht markers	15
Characterization and fine mapping of Double-grain (Dgs) mutant in sorghum [Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench]	15

Identification of major genomic regions for soybean seed weight by genome-wide association study	15
RNA-seq profiling of primary calli induced by different media and photoperiods for japonica rice ‘Yunyin’	15
Iron and zinc biofortification in potato through the introduction of NICOTIANAMINE SYNTHASE and FERRITIN genes	14
Identification and candidate analysis of a new brown planthopper resistance locus in an Indian landrace of rice, paedai kalibungga	14
Integrating genome-wide association study into genomic selection for the prediction of agronomic traits in rice (Oryza sativa L.)	14
Molecular mapping and candidate gene identification of two major quantitative trait loci associated with silique length in oilseed rape (Brassica napus L.)	14
Production of new wheat–A. cristatum translocation lines with modified chromosome 2P coding for powdery mildew and leaf rust resistance	14
CandiHap: a haplotype analysis toolkit for natural variation study	14
Genetic analysis of trade-offs among disease resistance, yield, and quality traits employing genome-wide association mapping in indica rice (Oryza sativa L.)	14
Ningza 182: A rapeseed variety with a moderately compact plant type, bred for high yield and high oil content	13
Uncovering a stable QTL qSRI.A06 and candidate gene for rapeseed pod shatter resistance	13
The ethylene biosynthesis enzyme ACS3 acts as a key regulator of grain yield in rice	13
Overexpression of ZmEXPA5 reduces anthesis-silking interval and increases grain yield under drought and well-watered conditions in maize	12
Speed breeding enhances crop resilience and productivity in a changing climate	12
Recent progress in the understanding of Citrus Huanglongbing: from the perspective of pathogen and citrus host	12
OsNAC74 affects grain protein content and various biological traits by regulating OsAAP6 expression in rice	12
Genome-wide association study and genomic prediction for yield and grain quality traits of hybrid rice	12
Origin, variation, and selection of natural alleles controlling flowering and adaptation in wild and cultivated soybean	11
Simultaneous improvement of fiber yield and quality in upland cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) by integration of auxin transport and synthesis	11
Genome-wide association study and transcriptome analysis reveal natural variation of key genes regulation flowering time in rapeseed	11
Identification of quantitative trait loci for important agronomic traits using chromosome segment substitution lines from a japonica × indica cross in rice	11
Editing of A622 genes results in ultra-low nicotine whole tobacco plants at the expense of dramatically reduced growth and development	11
Zheyouza 59, a rapeseed variety with superior resistance and excellent yield	10
A chromosome arm from Thinopyrum intermedium × Thinopyrum ponticum hybrid confers increased tillering and yield potential in wheat	10
Accumulation of mutations in the AP2 homoeologs causes suppression of anther extrusion with altered spike and culm development in hexaploid wheat	10
Transcriptome analysis revealed molecular basis of cold response in Prunus mume	10
Candidate loci for breeding compact plant-type soybean varieties	10
Effects of genotype and culture conditions on microspore embryogenesis in radish (Raphanus sativus L.)	10
Pyramiding of genes for grain protein content, grain quality, and rust resistance in eleven Indian bread wheat cultivars: a multi-institutional effort	9
Text mining reveals the increasing importance of genomic approaches in crop research and breeding	9
Getting help from the extended family: identification and genetic characterisation of novel resistance to Globodera pallida ‘Oberlangen’ in wild Solanum species	9
The elite variations in germplasms for soybean breeding	9
Integrated review of Psathyrostachy huashanica: From phylogenetic research to wheat breeding application	9
Integrating genome-wide association studies with selective sweep reveals genetic loci associated with tolerance to low phosphate availability in Brassica napus	9
Rapid breeding of an early maturing, high-quality, and high-y.ielding rice cultivar using marker‑assisted selection coupled with optimized anther culture	9
Cytological and genetic effects of rye chromosomes 1RS and 3R on the wheat-breeding founder parent Chuanmai 42 from southwestern China	9
Wild species rice OsCERK1DY-mediated arbuscular mycorrhiza symbiosis boosts yield and nutrient use efficiency in rice breeding	9
Fruit crops: development, stress resilience and molecular breeding	9
Mapping of dwarfing gene and identification of mutant allele on plant height in wheat	9
Pyramiding wheat pre-harvest sprouting resistance genes in triticale breeding	9
P-type pentatricopeptide repeat protein OsYS6 is essential for chloroplast development in rice through its role in chloroplast RNA processing	9
Characterization and mapping of a downy mildew resistance gene, Pl36, in sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.)	9
Pinpointing Rcs3 for frogeye leaf spot resistance and tracing its origin in soybean breeding	9
Using the dominant mutation gene Ae1-5180 (amylose extender) to develop high-amylose maize	9
Validation of SNP markers for selection of semi-dwarf and peduncle extrusion in barley	9
Development and evaluation of the utility of GenoBaits Peanut 40K for a peanut MAGIC population	9
Quantitative trait loci for resistance to black point caused by Bipolaris sorokiniana in bread wheat	8
Flavonoid compounds as a way to identify sources of carrot resistance to Alternaria leaf blight	8
A novel variation of TaGW2-6B increases grain weight without penalty in grain protein content in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)	8
Genome-wide association mapping of resistance to the foliar diseases septoria nodorum blotch and tan spot in a global winter wheat collection	8

Utilization of marker-assisted backcrossing to generate new gynoecious cucumber lines with genetic heritage similar to the indigenous Vietnamese cucumber	8
Snap bean diversity for resistance to bean common mosaic and necrosis viruses examined using new and existing candidate gene-linked markers	8
Genome-wide association analysis of kernel nutritional quality in two natural maize populations	8
Improvement in the quality of the water-saving and drought-resistant rice ‘Huhan 1516’ via molecular markers	8
Identification and characterization analysis of candidate genes controlling mushroom leaf development in Chinese kale by BSA-seq	8
Plant immunity in soybean: progress, strategies, and perspectives	7
Meta-analysis reveals consensus genomic regions associated with multiple disease resistance in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)	7
Mutating BnEOD1s via CRISPR-Cas9 increases the seed size and weight in Brassica napus	7
Breeding and application of the early-maturing, high-quality, and high-yield cotton variety Zhongmian 113	7
Fine mapping of a novel QTL CsFSG1 for fruit skin gloss in cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.)	7
Genetic variations in MdSAUR36 participate in the negative regulation of mesocarp cell division and fruit size in Malus species	7
MaGA20ox2f, an OsSD1 homolog, regulates flowering time and fruit yield in banana	7
Genetic markers of olive fruit weight selected to be used in breeding experiments	7
GWAS in tetraploid potato: identification and validation of SNP markers associated with glycoalkaloid content	7
WRKY75 regulates anthocyanin accumulation in juvenile citrus tissues	7
Analyses of diverse low alkaloid tobacco germplasm identify naturally occurring nucleotide variability contributing to reduced leaf nicotine accumulation	7
Efficient marker-assisted breeding for clubroot resistance in elite Pol-CMS rapeseed varieties by updating the PbBa8.1 locus	7
Breeding and application of the elite genic male-sterile line RG666A of Brassica Napus	6
Five plants per RIL for phenotyping traits of high or moderate heritability ensure the power of QTL mapping in a rice MAGIC population	6
Mapping and functional characterization of the tomato spotted wilt virus resistance gene SlCHS3 in Solanum lycopersicum	6
In silico integration of disease resistance QTL, genes and markers with the Brassica juncea physical map	6
BnaNTT2 regulates ATP homeostasis in plastid to sustain lipid metabolism and plant growth in Brassica napus	6
Development of a semi-dwarf dominant genic male sterile wheat with seed red fluorescence as a visible marker	6
Deploying QTL-seq rapid identification and separation of the major QTLs of tassel branch number for fine-mapping in advanced maize populations	6
Discovery of genetic loci and causal genes for seed germination via deep re-sequencing in soybean	6
Identification and mapping of late blight resistance QTLs in the wild tomato accession PI 224710 (Solanum pimpinellifolium)	6
Implementation of different relationship estimate methodologies in breeding value prediction in kiwiberry (Actinidia arguta)	6
Breeding for durable resistance against biotrophic fungal pathogens using transgenes from wheat	6
Transcription factor bZIP65 delays flowering via suppressing Ehd1 expression in rice	6
Polyploidy and diploidization in soybean	6
Genetic architecture of ear traits based on association mapping and co-expression networks in maize inbred lines and hybrids	6
The maize callose synthase SLM1 is critical for a normal growth by controlling the vascular development	6
Map-based cloning and characterization of yg-2, a gene conferring yellow-green leaf in tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)	6
Pleiotropic effect analysis and marker development for grain zinc and iron concentrations in spring wheat	6
Fatty acid exporter 1 enhances seed oil content in Brassica napus	6
BnaC09.tfl1 controls determinate inflorescence trait in Brassica napus	6
Hyperspectral imaging of grains uncovers the genetic architecture of nitrogen response of development in bread wheat	6
Towards oilcane: preliminary field evaluation of metabolically engineered sugarcane with hyper-accumulation of triacylglycerol in vegetative tissues	6
Kemai 1609, a molecular designed wheat variety with stripe rust and leaf rust resistance	6
Fine mapping of the panicle length QTL qPL5 in rice	5
A tetraploid-dominated cytochimera developed from a natural bud mutant of the nonapomictic mandarin variety ‘Orah’	5
Identification of a common major quantitative trait locus controlling onion bulb weight and development of molecular markers for bulb weight selection	5
Genome-wide association study for biomass accumulation traits in soybean	5
Rvi4 and Rvi15 are the same apple scab resistance genes	5
Toward cis-regulation in soybean: a 3D genome scope	5
White and green striate leaves 1, predicted to encode a 16S rRNA processing protein, plays a critical role in the processing of chloroplast ribosomes in maize (Zea mays L.)	5
Genotypic variation of tocopherol content in a representative genetic population and genome-wide association study on tocopherol in rapeseed (Brassica napus)	5
Identification and characterization of resistance quantitative trait loci against bacterial wilt caused by the Ralstonia solanacearum species complex in potato	5
Correction to: The pan-NLRome analysis based on 23 genomes reveals the diversity of NLRs in Brassica napus	5
Novel methods for genetic transformation of watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) without tissue culture via Agrobacterium rhizogenes	5
Fine-mapping and candidate gene analysis of a major locus controlling leaf thickness in rice (Oryza sativa L.)	5
Identification of a novel dwarfing gene, Rht_m097, on chromosome 4BS in common wheat	5
Shade avoidance syndrome in soybean and ideotype toward shade tolerance	5
Genomic regions associated with spot blotch resistance in elite barley breeding populations	5
Fine mapping of qTGW2b and qGL9, two minor QTL conferring grain size and weight in rice	5
Genome-wide association analysis for grain moisture content and dehydration rate on maize hybrids	5
Identification of superior parents with high fiber quality using molecular markers and phenotypes based on a core collection of upland cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.)	5
Fine mapping of qROL1 for root length at early seedling stage from wild rice (Oryza nivara)	5
Utilization of the Dasypyrum genus for genetic improvement of wheat	5
Genetic dissection of seed yield and yield-related traits in Brassica napus grown with contrasting nitrogen supplies	5
Genome-wide survey identified superior and rare haplotypes for plant height in the north-eastern soybean germplasm of China	5
A novel trait to reduce the mechanical damage of peach fruits at harvest: The first genetic dissection study for peduncle length	5
Soybean functional genomics: bridging theory and application	5
Correction to: Genome‑wide identification and analyses of ZmAPY genes reveal their roles involved in maize development and abiotic stress responses	5
OsSRK1, a lectin receptor-like kinase, controls plant height by mediating internode elongation in Oryza sativa L	5
Single- and multiple-trait quantitative trait locus analyses for seed oil and protein contents of soybean populations with advanced breeding line background	4
MdABCI17 acts as a positive regulator to enhance apple resistance to Botryosphaeria dothidea	4
Polymerization of beneficial plant height QTLs to develop superior lines which can achieving hybrid performance levels	4
Identification of novel candidate gene associated with early heading on chromosome 5B in wheat mutant jg1489	4
An overview of heat stress in Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.): effects, mechanisms and diverse molecular breeding approaches for enhancing resilience and productivity	4
Identification of a new mutant allele of ZmYSL2 that regulates kernel development and nutritional quality in maize	4
Identification of a gene coding for a pentatricopeptide repeat protein as a candidate responsible for the Ms2, a novel restorer-of-fertility locus in onion (Allium cepa L.)	4
Development and application of universal ND-FISH probes for detecting P-genome chromosomes based on Agropyron cristatum transposable elements	4
Deciphering the genetic mechanisms of chilling requirement for bud endodormancy release in deciduous fruit trees	4
A new strategy for using historical imbalanced yield data to conduct genome-wide association studies and develop genomic prediction models for wheat breeding	4
Two aspartic proteases, BnaAP36s and BnaAP39s, regulate pollen tube guidance in Brassica napus	4
Fine-mapping the low number of tillers (lnt2) locus in barley	4
Regulatory network of rice in response to heat stress and its potential application in breeding strategy	4
Identification and validation of new quantitative trait loci for spike-related traits in two RIL populations	4
Generation of parthenocarpic tomato plants in multiple elite cultivars using the CRISPR/Cas9 system	4

QTL detection for rice grain storage protein content and genetic effect verifications	4
Identification and fine-mapping of qNCLB3.04 resistant to Northern Corn Leaf Blight	4
Evaluating genomic selection and speed breeding for Fusarium head blight resistance in wheat using stochastic simulations	4
Genome-Wide Association Study on Cowpea seed coat color using RGB images	4
Linkage and association mapping of ovule number per ovary (ON) in oilseed rape (Brassica napus L.)	4
Genome-wide identification and expression analysis of the WNK kinase gene family in soybean	4
Further studies on pyramiding of alien genes for high grain Fe and Zn in bread wheat	4
Four QTLs control stigma exsertion rate by changing stigma size in rice	4
DNA methylation in legume crops: mechanisms, agronomic relevance, and perspectives	4
Mapping and molecular marker development for the BnaSBT gene controlling inflorescence and plant architectures in B. napus	4
Structural variation in the GH1 promoter regulates the hull color of rice	4
Xiangchun 37, a spring soybean variety with multiplexed traits of medium maturity period, high yield, and high seed oil content	4
QTL detection for grain shape and fine mapping of two novel locus qGL4 and qGL6 in rice	3
Progress in the study of functional genes related to direct seeding of rice	3
Image-based GWAS identifies the genetic architecture of seed-related traits in a soybean mutant population	3
Identification of QTLs for adult-plant stripe rust resistance in Chinese wheat landrace Yizhanghongkemai and assessment of their utility for decreasing yield loss	3
Identification of inheritance and genetic loci responsible for wrinkled fruit surface phenotype in chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) by quantitative trait locus analysis	3
Assessing genetic, racial, and geographic diversity among Ethiopian sorghum landraces and implications for heterotic potential for hybrid sorghum breeding	3
The overexpression of ascorbate peroxidase 2 (APX2) gene improves drought tolerance in maize	3
Epigenetic suppression of Brassica rapa FLC via a COLD MEMORY ELEMENT-like motif during vernalization	3
Genetic diversity and population structure of sweet corn in China as revealed by mSNP	3
Genomic markers linked to Meloidogyne chitwoodi resistance introgressed from Solanum bulbocastanum to cultivated potato and their utility in marker-assisted selection	3
MY73: a new high density–tolerant and high-quality maize variety	3
Molecular mechanisms underlying the signal perception and transduction during seed germination	3
Identifying the role of cellulase gene CsCEL20 upon the infection of Xanthomonas citri subsp. citri in citrus	3
Molecular and physiological basis of heterosis in hybrid rice performance	3
Genomic regions associated with chocolate spot (Botrytis fabae Sard.) resistance in faba bean (Vicia faba L.)	3
Large scale rice germplasm screening for identification of novel brown planthopper resistance sources	3
Identification of a major QTL and genome-wide epistatic interactions for single vs. paired spikelets in a maize-teosinte F2 population	3
Identification of candidate genes for watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) seed weight trait by BSA-seq	3
Fine mapping of a recessive leaf rust resistance locus on chromosome 2BS in wheat accession CH1539	3
Improving cabbage resistance to Sclerotinia sclerotiorum via crosses with Brassica incana	3
Fine-tuning grain amylose contents by genome editing of Waxy cis-regulatory region in rice	3
Kangnongyu8009: a new high-yield maize variety developed through amalgamation of temperate and tropical germplasm	3
Gene pyramiding of ZmGLK36 and ZmGDIα-hel for rough dwarf disease resistance in maize	3
Quantitative trait loci and gene-specific markers associated with resistance to soybean cyst nematode HG type 2.5.7	3
Linkage and association analysis to identify wheat pre-harvest sprouting resistance genetic regions and develop KASP markers	3
Genome-wide identification and analyses of ZmAPY genes reveal their roles involved in maize development and abiotic stress responses	3
Genome-wide identification and functional prediction of BYPASS1-related (BPS1) homologs in soybean	3
Transfer of the high-temperature adult-plant stripe rust resistance gene Yr62 in four Chinese wheat cultivars	3
Identification of novel genomic regions associated with yield-related traits in cowpea (Vigna unguiculata [L.] Walp) landraces	3
Identification of the yield traits related haplotype combinations of transcription factor genes TaHDZ34 in common wheat	3